Coach McKinstry is a UEFA Pro Coach and Professional football manager, with experience of coaching in Africa, America and Europe.

As Head Coach of the Rwanda National Football Team Coach McKinstry led Rwanda to new heights - securing Rwanda’s best ever performance in a major competition (Quarter-Finals of the 2016 CAF Nations Championship); finishing runner up in CECAFA 2015 (being named 'Coach of the Tournament' for his efforts).

He also secured Rwanda’s biggest ever victory in FIFA or CAF qualifying (5-0 vs Mauritius); securing Rwanda’s first competitive away win in 4 years (vs Mozambique, AFCON qualifying); and placing Rwanda second in AFCON 2017 group qualifying with 6 points (both achievements having only been once before bettered in Rwanda’s history - in 2004).

Prior to that, he was Head Coach of the Sierra Leone National Men's Football team from April 2013 - September 2014, at that time the youngest active Head Coach in international football (at only 27 years of age).

Coach McKinstry is qualified at the highest level in Europe and America, holding the EUFA Pro license (Irish FA); an Academy Managers' Licence (English FA); Premier Diploma (NSCAA); and UEFA 'A' &amp; 'B' Coaching Licences (IFA) as well as a range of other academic and professional qualifications.

He has been named as 'UK Grassroots Coach of the Year' by Manchester United FC for his work within the football industry and has been recognised nationally in the field of 'Outstanding Team Motivation' for his role in developing and preparing athletes for competition.

Coach McKinstry has extensive experience of coaching in Europe, North America and Africa. Over the past decade, he has led numerous teams to league and cup success. He has also established and ensured the continuous professional development of a national network of football scouts / coaches.

Professional Honours

2015 - CECAFA 2015: 'Coach of the Tournament'

2015 - CECAFA 2015: Finalists and runners-up (Rwanda)

2014 - FIFA World Ranking Record (Record position for Sierra Leone - 50th in World / 7th in Africa)

Quotes: What the media say

Johnny McKinstry is one of the most intelligent, level-headed and knowledgeable managers in the game today. Few can match his achievements by the age of 30, and fewer still the success he has enjoyed in the game.